1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1967 Opel Record is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S weights approximately 442 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (230 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 300S | Record |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
